Passionate about Japanese cuisine, dedicated to making it simple for everyone.
Simple Japanese Cuisine was founded in 2018 with a clear mission: to demystify Japanese cooking and make it accessible to home chefs around the world. What began as a small blog sharing family recipes has grown into a comprehensive resource for authentic Japanese cuisine.
We believe that the beauty of Japanese cooking lies in its simplicity, balance of flavors, and respect for ingredients. Through our recipes, guides, and cooking tips, we aim to preserve traditional techniques while adapting them for modern home kitchens.
Our team consists of culinary experts, food writers, and passionate home cooks who share a love for Japanese cuisine. Together, we work to bring you reliable recipes, cooking techniques, and cultural insights that help you create authentic Japanese meals in your own kitchen.
Head Chef & Founder
Born in Tokyo and trained at the prestigious Tokyo Culinary Academy, Sakura brings 15 years of professional experience in traditional Japanese cuisine to our team. She's passionate about teaching others the art of Japanese cooking.
Recipe Developer
Yuki specializes in adapting traditional Japanese recipes for international home kitchens. With a background in food science, she ensures our recipes are both authentic and achievable with locally available ingredients.
Culinary Photographer
Kenji combines his culinary training with professional photography skills to capture the beauty of Japanese cuisine. His visual storytelling helps bring our recipes to life and inspires readers to try new dishes.
Cultural Researcher
With a PhD in Japanese Studies, Hana provides cultural context for our recipes and explores the history behind traditional Japanese dishes. Her research ensures our content is not just delicious but culturally authentic.
Ingredients Specialist
Takeshi works with Japanese food suppliers and local markets to help our readers source authentic ingredients. His guides on substitutions and pantry essentials make Japanese cooking accessible worldwide.
At Simple Japanese Cuisine, we have three core principles that guide our work:
We're committed to presenting Japanese cuisine in its authentic form, respecting traditional techniques and flavor profiles while making them accessible to home cooks.
We believe that Japanese cooking can be simple. We break down complex techniques, provide clear instructions, and adapt recipes to be achievable for any home cook.
We're building a global community of Japanese cuisine enthusiasts. Through our content, we aim to connect people with Japanese culture and with each other.
